ASUS ROG NUC 16 Edition 20 – Ultra 9 290HX Plus, RTX 5090 Laptop 24GB, 64GB, 2TB

ASUS ROG NUC 16 Edition 20 – Ultra 9 290HX Plus, RTX 5090 Laptop 24GB, 64GB, 2TB

Intel Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus mini gaming PC with NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 Laptop GPU, 24GB GDDR7 graphics memory, 64GB DDR5-6400 CSO-DIMM (2 × 32GB), 2TB M.2 2280 NVMe PCIe 5.0 SSD and Windows 11 Home.

Compact ROG gaming and creative workspace

Intel Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus supports gaming, streaming, creative applications and everyday multitasking in a compact desktop system. The installed graphics processor is NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 Laptop GPU, 24GB GDDR7 graphics memory. This is a Laptop GPU configuration in a mini PC; its model and graphics-memory capacity should be considered separately from desktop graphics-card configurations. Graphics memory is separate from the installed system RAM.

Installed memory, storage and upgrade access

Installed system memory is 64GB DDR5-6400 CSO-DIMM (2 × 32GB); installed storage is 2TB M.2 2280 NVMe PCIe 5.0 SSD. Supported memory expansion is Up to 128GB with compatible modules; maximum is not the installed capacity. Installed capacity is the configuration supplied here, while expansion requires separately purchased compatible modules. Windows and formatting use part of the advertised drive capacity. Intel AI Boost provides NPU acceleration for supported applications; availability depends on software and Windows features.

Cooling, placement and external power

Triple-fan QuietFlow cooling with dual vapor chambers and dedicated memory cooling. Power: 380W external power adapter, 20V DC / 19A. Keep the intake and exhaust clear and use the supplied power adapter. The adapter wattage is its rated capacity, not a constant power-consumption claim. Chassis dimensions are 282.5 × 189.5 × 56.5mm, with a weight of 3.2kg. The black Edition 20 chassis has gold accents and supports vertical or horizontal placement with its removable stand.

Front, rear and display connections

Front / side ports: 2 × USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A; 1 × USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C; 1 × 3.5mm audio combo jack. Rear connections: 1 × Thunderbolt 4 USB-C with DisplayPort 2.1; 4 × USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A; 2 × HDMI 2.1 FRL; 2 × DisplayPort 2.1; 1 × RJ-45 2.5GbE LAN; 1 × DC-in; Kensington lock slot. Audio: High-definition audio; 3.5mm combo audio jack and HDMI audio output. Use a compatible DisplayPort, HDMI or Thunderbolt display connection for the monitor you choose.

Wired and wireless networking

Intel Killer Wi-Fi 7; Bluetooth 5.4 (Bluetooth version can depend on operating system) provide wireless connectivity, while 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet provides a wired network connection. Wi-Fi performance and newer Wi-Fi features depend on the compatible router, local regulations and network conditions. Bluetooth accessories pair separately from the Wi-Fi network.

Windows, package contents and setup

Windows 11 Home is installed. Includes the NUC 16 Edition 20 mini PC, 380W external adapter, power cord, vertical stand and product documentation. The power-cord plug and paperwork depend on the regional package. A monitor, compatible display cable, keyboard and mouse are separately required. Connect power and peripherals, complete Windows setup and install the appropriate ASUS and NVIDIA drivers. Games and separately licensed applications are not included.

Complete ASUS NUC specifications

Frequently asked questions: graphics and memory

This unit includes NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 Laptop GPU, 24GB GDDR7 graphics memory. Its dedicated graphics memory is separate from the installed 64GB DDR5-6400 CSO-DIMM (2 × 32GB) system memory. A monitor is not included with this standalone mini PC.

Frequently asked questions: operating system and upgrades

The installed operating system is Windows 11 Home. Memory and storage upgrades require compatible parts and the ASUS service procedure; the CPU and Laptop GPU configuration should not be treated as a standard replaceable desktop graphics-card build.

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